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King hires attorney, Finn resigns By MARJORIE NEEDHAM Library Board of Trustees Chairman Joan King, who was warned by Middlebury First Selectman Edward B. St. John not to enter the Middlebury Public Library except to attend board meetings, has hired an attorney to represent her, and Trustee Michelle Paquet Finn has resigned from the board. Eric Brown, attorney for King, distributed a press release in which King said allegations made against her by the Town of Middlebury are untrue and that her recent ban from library premises is unnecessary. Brown quotes King as saying, “I have been a dedicated volunteer on the board of trustees for more than 30 years. I have always been devoted to the well-being of the library and its patrons. The charges against me are mean-spirited allegations, and they have no basis in fact.” In a February letter served on King by a state marshal, St. John told King he prohibits her, until further notice, “from entering the Middlebury Public Library, except to attend meetings of the Library Board.” He further prohibited her from making any contact, direct or otherwise, with Library Director Jo-Ann LoRusso or any library staff. He specified there was to be no contact of any kind – letter, email, phone, direct or any other type of contact. He warned her that refusal to abide by the directive would be considered a trespass on town property and/or harassment and would be dealt with accordingly. St. John said earlier he did this in response to a letter to him from LoRusso alleging King has been harassing LoRusso and interfering with day-to-day operations at the library. LoRusso also said King was hostile and verbally abusive towards her. Brown’s press release states St. John issued his directive after King called into question LoRusso’s actions after LoRusso allegedly bypassed the board in making budgetary and other policy decisions. “They have effectively impeached Joan from an elected position without any authority to do so,” Brown said. “Joan does not want to engage in a legal fight with the town because she believes it would be costly to the town and likely embarrass a lot of town leaders including the current library director. She just wants to put this behind her as an unfortunate affair. But if the town refuses to relent, Joan may have to go to court.” He further quoted King as saying, “We have always worked together with the library director for the good of our patrons. Suddenly this director has decided that she doesn’t want to take direction, and the First Selectman is supporting her. We have a differing view of the charter, but I am comfortable with my interpretation. After all, it has been right for the last 30-plus years.”
Town Attorney Robert Smith said Wednesday he has spoken with Brown. He said he told Brown an investigation into the harassment complaint against King is being conducted by the town’s human resources department and that he would talk to Brown after that investigation is complete. “I was hoping it would be completed this week,” Smith said, “but it is not.” He said interviews are being conducted to determine whether or not the harassment allegations are true. In a telephone interview Wednesday, Brown said he thinks everybody wants the matter to be resolved, particularly after King has served so many years on the library board. “I’m optimistic. I’ve dealt with Bob Smith before and I think he is a reasonable fellow. I don’t think people want to have a fight over the library board,” he said. He said he doesn’t believe there is any substance to LoRusso’s harassment complaint. “We think it is more a matter of who is in charge over there. We think they need to work together, and that isn’t happening right now,” he said. Brown said denying King the right to enter the library without due process may be a violation of her civil rights, but he hasn’t looked at it from that perspective yet. He said he looks at it as removing an elected official from public office without due process. “There is a statutory method for doing that,” he said. “If it went to court, it would be on the grounds of illegal removal from public office.” But he said he doesn’t think King wants that and that she hired him because she believes he can negotiate a settlement instead of going to court. He said of those elected to serve on the library board, “I don’t think people get themselves elected so they can get entangled in political battles. I think they get elected because they love books and literature and talking to people about books.” Meanwhile, Finn submitted her letter of resignation to the town clerk Tuesday, March 11. In the letter, Finn referred to her seven years of service and then said “In light of recent events, I feel that the climate is such that I am no longer able to fulfill my responsibilities as a member of the governing board of the Middlebury Public Library.” Her resignation was effective immediately. In a memorandum to St. John, Town Clerk Edith Salisbury said the town charter calls for the Board of Selectmen to appoint someone of the same party (Finn is a Republican) within 90 days to fill the position until the next biennial election. Finn’s term was Dec. 2, 2013, to Dec. 2, 2019, but the appointed person’s term will be until Nov. 3, 2015, the date of the next biennial election. The person elected in 2015 will then serve the balance of the term, so will serve until 2019.
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Rose Hope has lots of cats, kittens By MARJORIE NEEDHAM Rose Hope Animal Refuge benefits greatly from its partnership with PetSmart in Waterbury. Over the past year, adoptions at the store have increased 60 percent, but the cats and kittens keep arriving, and the rescue group needs more volunteers to foster them and more people to adopt them. Cats available for adoption are housed in the cages in the PetSmart adoption center, and dogs are brought in for Rose Hope’s regular adoption hours at PetSmart. Volunteers are there Tuesday nights from 6 to 8 p.m., Fridays from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m., Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m., and Sundays from 12 to 3 p.m. Animals also can be seen by appointment if you call 203-5254449. Fundraising is important for any rescue that makes sure all its adoptive animals are vetted, properly vaccinated and spayed or neutered, and Rose Hope is no exception. Two upcoming fundraisers are a bake sale and an annual vendor sale. The group’s quarterly bake sale, which is held in the vestibule of LaBonne’s Market at 639 Straits Turnpike in Watertown, will be Saturday, March 22, starting at 9 a.m. and going until 5 p.m. unless the baked goods sell out before then. The second fundraiser will be its second annual vendor fair, Saturday, March 29, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Waterville Fire House at 1551 Thomaston Ave. in Waterbury. Vendors will include Tastefully Simple, Avon, Mary Kay, Origami Owl, Madison Handbags, Custom Designs by Trace, Premier Designs, Candlelights, Scentsy, Pampered Chef and Kelly’s Crystals. The event also will have raffle prizes and a mini bake sale. Those who would like to donate items can bring paper towels, large green garbage bags and kitten food or treats. The refuge takes in both dogs and cats, but the cats far outnumber the dogs at the moment. With kitten season fast approaching, homes and foster homes both need to be found. Kitten season starts in early spring and lasts until fall, and rescues usually are inundated with pregnant cats and kittens during this time. Rose Hope volunteer Caroline Abate said this year the flow of kittens and pregnant cats has remained fairly constant. Volunteer
Above: Caroline Abate of Rose Hope Animal Refuge has her hands full getting Prince to pose for the camera. The active two-year old reaches through the bars of his cage at PetSmart, hoping someone will adopt him and take him home. At left: Dusty, a long-haired cat with two different color eyes, is looking for his forever home. He can be seen at PetSmart during Rose Hope Animal Refuge hours or by appointment. (Marjorie Needham photos)
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Coyotes attack small dog Middlebury Acting Police Chief Richard Wildman said the police department has been getting calls about a pack of coyotes seen in the Joy Road area down to Regan Road and just south of Whittemore Road in Middlebury. Last week, a small dog was attacked while loose in the Whittemore Road area. Wildman said the coyotes seem to be coming closer to houses because the deep snow cover has made it more difficult for them to find food. He recommends the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) online bulletin, “Living with Coyotes in Connecticut,” which is at ct.gov/deep. Click on Hunting and then Wildlife Main Page. Wildman advised residents who see coyotes acting abnormally or behaving boldly around people to call the Middlebury Police immediately. The DEEP site says a coyote’s diet is predominantly mice, woodchucks, squirrels, rabbits, turkeys, deer, some fruits, carrion and, when available, garbage. Some coyotes also will prey on small livestock and poultry, and reports of coyotes killing small pets have increased in recent years. In Connecticut, unsupervised pets, particularly outdoor cats and small dogs (less than 25 lbs.) can be vulnerable to coyote attacks. Unfortunately,
many pet owners are unaware of the presence of coyotes and the threat they pose, only to learn the hard way after their pet is seriously injured or killed by a coyote. As coyotes have become more common and occasionally prey on small pets, public concerns about coyotes attacking people, especially children, have increased. Although some coyotes may exhibit bold behavior near people, the risk of a coyote attacking a person is extremely low. The risk increases if people feed coyotes. DEEP tips for preventing conflicts with coyotes are: • DO NOT allow pets to run free! Keep cats indoors, particularly at night, and small dogs on a leash or under close supervision at all times. The installation of a kennel or coyote-proof fencing is a long-term solution for protecting pets. A variety of livestock fencing and small animal pen designs can protect farm animals. • NEVER feed coyotes! DO NOT place food out for any mammals. Clean up bird seed below feeders, pet foods, and fallen fruit. Secure garbage and compost in animalproof containers. • Always walk dogs on a leash. If approached by a coyote while walking your dog, keep the dog under control and calmly leave the area. DO NOT run or turn your back.
Coyotes are territorial and many reports of bold coyotes visiting yards, howling, or threatening larger dogs can be attributed to this territorial behavior. • Attempt to frighten away coyotes by making loud noises (e.g., shouting, air horn) and acting aggressively (e.g., waving your arms, throwing sticks, spraying with a hose). • Be aware of any coyote behaving abnormally or exhibiting unusually bold behavior (e.g., approaching people for food, attacking leashed pets that are with their owners, stalking children, chasing joggers or bikers, etc.) and report these incidents to authorities immediately. • Be aware of and report any coyotes exhibiting behavior indicative of rabies, such as staggering, seizures, and extreme lethargy. Daytime activity is not uncommon and does not necessarily indicate rabies. • Teach children to recognize coyotes and to go inside the house (do not run) or climb up on a swing or deck and yell if they are approached. • Close off crawl spaces under porches and sheds that coyotes or other animals may use. • Educate your neighbors. Ask them to follow these same steps.
U.S. Army Jazz Ambassadors Free Concert What: When: Where: Info:
Diverse repertoire including big-band swing, bebop, Latin, contemporary jazz and more. 7 p.m. Nonnewaug High School Auditorium in Woodbury. Pick up free tickets at Woodbury businesses, Woodbury Public Library, Woodbury Lions or see woodburyctlions.org.
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Glee club, chamber choir, acapella groups, instrumental groups, and hand bell choirs 7:30 p.m. Louise B. Dillingham Performing Arts Center, Westover School in Middlebury Adults $15, Seniors and students $5. Westover students, children younger than 12 free. Reservations at 203-577-4535.
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Book Review “The Heart Health Bible: The 5-Step Plan to Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease” by John M. Kennedy, M.D. (Da Capo, $15.99 softbound) Reviewed by Larry Cox It’s no secret heart disease is the No. 1 killer of men and women in the U.S., claiming nearly 1 million lives each year. The irony is that it’s also one of the most preventable diseases. Dr. John M. Kennedy, a board member of the American Heart Association and professor of cardiology at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, has successfully helped thousands of patients with his pioneering approach to preventative cardiology. Many of the techniques and strategies are outlined in his new book: “The Heart Health Bible.” According to Dr. Kennedy, many of us have lost sight of the big picture by placing too much emphasis on fad diets. While weight and food intake are important, many diet plans are complicated, and more than a few simply don’t work effectively. Dr. Kennedy outlines a more holistic approach, including stress reduction, a smart diet and regular physical activity, which can add to our overall health and
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longevity. With some 60 million Americans suffering from heart disease, changes in our behavior are essential to putting us on a sensible pathway that not only can help prevent heart disease but can actually reverse it! The five steps of his H-E-A-R-T plan are: 1. Healing blood pressure by learning to relax, adding aerobic exercise to our daily routine and decreasing salt 2. Energizing the heart with exercise 3. Acting on fat by using a BMI calculator and making better food choices 4. Reducing blood sugar, since high blood sugar increases the risk of heart disease 5. Tackling triglycerides to differentiate good fats from harmful ones This excellent guide includes anecdotes, tips and even recipes to help protect us and the ones we love against heart disease. Making his five steps part of our daily routine can create a wellness that can help save our lives.
One Friday morning each month, Flanders Nature Center invites parents and their preschoolers to join them for exciting story time adventures. This month the group will meet Friday, March 21, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Flanders Trail House on Church Hill Road in Woodbury. The topic for March’s story time will be “Signs of Spring.” Children will discover more about birds migrating back to their nesting grounds, baby animals, plants and flowers. Monthly topics are designed to encourage young children to explore nature, discover art and learn about farming. Live animal demonstrations, specimens to observe and touch, nature walks and crafts are all part of investigating the great outdoors! Mom’s groups, play date groups and day cares are all welcome. Flanders Story Time sessions are free for Flanders members and $5 per family for nonmembers. Those interested in attending the program are asked to preregister by calling 203263-3711, ext 10. Friday morning story time at Flanders is part of a trio of preschool programs the nature center and land trust offers designed specifically to meet the developmental needs of kids ages 3 to 5. The mission of these preschool offerings is to engage and inspire children with a lifelong love and appreciation of nature and the environment while having fun. Information on all adult and children’s programming, special events and memberships Children at one of last year’s nature programs meet a lamb born at Flanders Nature can be found at www.flandersnaturecenter.org. Center. (Submitted photo)
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Want to learn how to use the Internet, email, or type documents? Call the library at 203College: Creating Oscar-nominated film (c) 2014 King Features Synd., Inc. 729-4591 for the class schedule Friday, March 14, from 6 to your own path or to sign up. This program is Be it public or private, in state funded by a generous grant from 8:15 p.m., patrons are invited to or out, the costs of attending col- the Connecticut Community watch a PG-13 Oscar-nominated film based on the New York lege are higher than ever before. Foundation. Monday, March 17 Times bestseller, “The Book How prepared is your family to Public Works Commission tackle these rising costs and pur- Magic Carpet Readers Thief” by Marcus Zusak. Chil7 p.m................................................................ Shepardson, Room 4 sue the goal of higher education? Tuesday, March 18, at 4 p.m., dren under 13 must be accomThursday, March 20, at 6 p.m., Magic Carpet Readers (grades panied by an adult. Registration Tuesday, March 18 get a fresh look at the essentials one to three) will meet to discuss is required for this event. The film tells the story of a girl of college planning as Brenner “Dave the Potter” by Laban CarCommission on Aging who transforms the lives of those 9:30 a.m......................................................... Shepardson, Room 26 LeCompte and Jon Dibble of rick Hill, the story of a famous around her during World War II Morgan Stanley address some potter, artist and poet who lived Board of Selectmen in Germany. Although Liesel common myths, explain savings as a slave in South Carolina. 6 p.m...................................................Town Hall Conference Room (Sophie Nelisse) is illiterate when alternatives, and most imporBooks are available from the liWater Pollution Control Authority she is adopted by a German coutantly, provide you with the in7:30 p.m......................................................... Shepardson, Room 26 formation you need to turn your brary. Readers will take part in a ple (Geoffrey Rush and Emily craft, enjoy refreshments and child’s college dreams into real- take away the book for our next Watson), her adoptive father Wednesday, March 19 encourages her to learn to read. ity. monthly meeting. Ultimately, the power of words Region 15 Budget Workshop Sign-up is required; call 2036 p.m.................................................................... PHS Media Center 758-2634 or sign up at the Refer- Whittemore Book Club helps Liesel and Max (Ben Schnetzer), a Jew hiding in the ence Desk. Refreshments will be Beautification Committee The Whittemore Book Club family’s home, escape from the provided. 6:30 p.m......................................................... Shepardson, Room 26 will meet Tuesday, March 18, at events unfolding around them 7 p.m. in the Main Reading in this film directed by Brian PerCalendar dates/times are subject to change. Filing for If your organization would like your event included in the community Room. The selected reading is cival (Downton Abbey). calendar, please email the information to beeintelligencer@gmail.com. Social Security “The Joy Luck Club” by Amy Tan. Derek Dickson and Ted It’s a story about four mothers, Wednesday movie Koppy, financial advisers with four daughters and four families The Wednesday afternoon Find the Bee-Intelligencer on Waddell & Reed Inc., will present whose histories shift with the movie March 19 at 1 p.m. in the “Filing for Social Security: Flex- four winds depending on who’s Kingsley Meeting Room is the story ibility and Choices for Your Re- “saying” the stories. of an orphaned boy who is adopted tirement Income” Tuesday, by a woman living on a whimsical Social services March 25, at 6:30 p.m. This eduIrish island. The woman’s husband cational presentation about Soassistance (Aidan Quinn) refuses to accept cial Security filing options inDo you have questions, need him as his son. The boy drifts down cludes ample opportunity for assistance or need to determine a fateful path of adventure and questions. There is no cost for eligibility for Medicare, SNAP or self-discovery, illuminating how attending the event, and you are other social services? Meet with rainbows can shine around – and welcome to bring guests. Please Richard Wood, a state-certified within – us all. call the library at 203-758-2634 assister with CHOICES, ConDue to licensing and copyright or stop in to register for this necticut’s health and informa- agreements, film titles cannot be event. tion assistance program, listed. The room has surroundWednesday, March 19 from 1 to sound theater with a listening sysMovie showings 4 p.m. All discussions are free tem available. This program is free Wednesdays at 1 p.m., the li- and confidential. and open to the public. brary shows a documentary * movie. Selected topics include New ladies’ book group Probate talk and engineering, travel and history. Books for a new ladies’ book Judge Domenick Calabrese Please call the library at 203-758- group, Whittemore Women, are will present “Probate: Why and and 2634 for specific information on available to pick up at the library When After the Loss of a Loved which titles will be shown. *Fellows American College of Foot Surgeons this month. The group will meet One” Thursday, March 20, at 2 Fridays at 1 p.m., the library every two months, allowing p.m. in the Kingsley meeting Welcome New Patients shows movies recently released plenty of time to read and digest room. When a loved one passes to DVD. Please call the library at the novel. The first meeting will away, there is often uncertainty 203-758-2634 for specific movie be Wednesday, March 19, at 6:30 about whether probate proceedtitles to be shown. p.m. in the library’s reading ings are necessary, and what is The Middlebury Public Li- room, when the group will dis- accomplished in the probate brary is at 30 Crest Road. The cuss “Beautiful Ruins” by Jess court. Judge Domenick Cala• Diabetic Foot Care • Warts telephone number is 203-758- Walter and select literature for brese of the Region 22 Probate • Heel Pain • Bunions 2634, and the website is middle- future meetings. District will discuss highlights of burypubliclibrary.org. • Nail Problems • Foot Injuries the probate process in an easyMeditation to-understand way. He will deThe ongoing meditation prac- scribe how the ownership and and tice will meet Tuesday, March value of property affects what 25, from 6 to 6:45 p.m. in the needs to be done in the court. Computer classes Same Gentle, Professional Care - 2 Locations Reading Room. It consists of pe- Probate fees and state estate for seniors 1211 West Main Street • Waterbury, CT • 203-755-2050 riods of meditation with time for taxes also will be discussed. The library offers basic com- discussion. Please arrive by 5:50 The Region 22 Probate District 17 Westerman Avenue • Seymour, CT • 203-888-6668 puter instruction for seniors. p.m. as they start on time. serves 73,000 residents in The Howard Whittemore Me- Oakville, Watertown, Woodbury, morial Library is at 243 Church Bethlehem, Southbury, Oxford, St. in Naugatuck. For informa- Washington and Roxbury. Regtion, call 203-729-4591 or visit istration is required. Please call Offering Casual Dining plus... whittemorelibrary.org. the library at 203-262-0626, ext. 130, for more information or to – Award Winning Food Winning Food register.
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Region 15 art Region 15 schools are observing Youth Art Month again this year by displaying local student art work in the Gloria Cachion Gallery in the Southbury Public Library until Thursday, March 27. Art created by students from Gainfield Elementary School, Pomperaug Elementary School and Rochambeau Middle School will be displayed. Held annually, Youth Art Month emphasizes the value of art education for all children and encourages support for quality school art programs. For more information, call 203-262-0626 or visit www. southburylibrary.org. The library is at 100 Poverty Road in Southbury.
Woodbury Fairy-tale genre author to speak Author Carol Elizabeth Skog, a Connecticut author of Swedish ancestry, will share the story of her first published book, “Enchantment Ädventyr, HCA and I Understand,” Sunday, March 16, from 2 to 4 p.m. Using elements of Swedish folklore, Skog’s story introduces a genealogy or ancestral searching through the magic of the fairy-tale genre. She took to heart Hans Christian Andersen’s quote, “Life is the most wonderful fairytale of all.” Unlike fairy-tale fantasy, in her book all the characters once lived. Skog’s book includes three holiday menus and select traditional recipes enjoyed by the book’s characters. She will share how she researched her heritage with tips on how to research one’s own heritage, including resource references.
Graffiti-style names Teens are invited to drop in to the Teen Department Monday, March 17, at 2 p.m. and learn to write their names graffiti-style. Using an online graffiti name generator, teens can find their style and transfer it to poster-size paper.
American founders, free market economics Discussion of the American founders and the principles of free market economics will continue Tuesday, March 18, at 7 p.m. in the gallery at the library. For more information, please leave a voice mail message for David at 203-233-0384.
Calling Dr. Who fans Teens can drop in Saturday, March 22, at 2 p.m., for the Dr. Who 50th Anniversary special. “The Day of the Doctor” will be shown and there will be Dr. Who trivia and crafts.
Color photo exhibit The March exhibit features the work of Jeff Pudlinski, a selftaught photographer. Pudlinksi tries to capture light within his shots just as the painter Eric Sloane did, but the photographs he takes have their own unique look. His photographs are one of-a-kind images. For more information, call 203-263-3502 or visit www. woodburylibraryct.org. The library is at 269 Main St. S. in Woodbury.
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Middlebury Senior Center News Free tax help
ing but sitting around. Now you Free income tax assistance is can turn that jewelry into cash. provided at the senior center by Call 203-577-4166 for more inthe AARP Tax Aide program for formation. low- to moderate-income taxCommission on Aging payers of all ages, with special meeting attention to those 60 and older. Call 203-577-4166 to obtain The next Commission on additional information or sched- Aging meeting will be Tuesday, ule an appointment with a cer- March 18, at 9:30 a.m. All intertified AARP Tax Aide counselor. ested persons are welcome to attend.
Trade in your gold
Monday, March 17, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Prospect Jewelers will be at the senior center assessing the value of precious metals people want to sell. They also do free appraisals, so if you want to know how much your family heirlooms are worth, bring them in. We all have jewelry we don’t wear anymore that is doing noth-
St. Patrick’s Day luncheon Enjoy lunch, entertainment and door prizes at the senior center Wednesday, March 19, at 11:45 a.m. The St. Patrick’s Day lunch menu will be assorted greens and beet salad, corned beef and cabbage, baby carrots, potatoes, Irish soda bread, va-
nilla ice cream with crème de Caregiver seminar menthe, and beverages. The cost Monday, March 31, from 11:30 is $8 per person. Call 203-577- a.m. to 1 p.m., a free training 4166 to reserve your seat. seminar will show how to care someone with mental illness Free hearing screening for and offer techniques on how to The monthly free hearing relieve stress. The seminar is screening will be Wednesday, sponsored by the Western ConMarch 26. Please call 203-577- necticut Area Agency on Aging. 4166 for an appointment. For more information, call National Family Caregiver Support ‘The Price is Right’ Program Coordinator Marissa and lunch Karp at 203-575-5449, ext. 116. Wednesday, March 26, at 12:30 p.m., the Visiting Angels will play “The Price is Right.” There will be refreshments and door prizes. Christmas Tree Shops Lunch before the game will be Thursday, March 20, the minigourmet soup, chef’s salad, Ital- bus will leave the senior center ian garlic bread and assorted fruit at 10:30 a.m. to go to the Christmedley. Please give a two-day mas Tree Shops in Orange, Conn. notice if you would like to have After shopping, the bus will stop lunch. Call 203-577-4166 if you at the Olive Garden for lunch. plan to attend.
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Call 203-577-4166 to reserve in Bethlehem Friday, March 28. space on the bus. You must have a Senior Dine card to participate. If you do not Painted Pony have a card, stop by the senior center office to get one. If you restaurant As part of the Senior Dine want to go to the Painted Pony, lunch program, the minibus will call 203-577-4166 to reserve a go to the Painted Pony restaurant seat.
Region 15 School Calendar Friday, March 14 MMS Spirit Week MES Cultural Arts Assembly: Li Liu RMS National French Exam....................................................8:14 a.m. MMS Basketball Blowout................................................... PHS, 6 p.m.
Saturday, March 15 No Events Scheduled
Sunday, March 16 No Events Scheduled
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Falls Avenue Senior Center Events
PHS Marching Band in St. Patrick’s Day Parade in N.Y. City Elementary Marking Period Closes MES Dress in Green for Fun Falls Avenue Senior Center events for at 10 a.m. Please bring a notebook and a pen Card-making class PES Nutrition Week.................................................................8:30 a.m. area adults 55 and older follow. ReservaTuesday, March 18, at 9 a.m., Susan Reznak or pencil to class. Reservations are needed by tions are required and can be made by call- from Treasured Moments will help participants March 19. Tuesday, March 18 ing 860-945-5250. Please speak with a staff make two handcrafted birthday or spring cards. Living at East Farms PES Nutrition Week.................................................................8:30 a.m. member when calling as the senior center The cost is $6. Reservations are needed by does not accept voice-mail reservations. March 17. Randi Bellemare from the Village at East RMS School Walk for Diabetes...............................................2:45 p.m. The center is at 311 Falls Ave. in Oakville, Farms will present “If You Thought You Couldn’t RMS Walk for Diabetes............................................................4:30 p.m. Conn. Social services assistance Afford to Live at the Village at East Farms, Think LMES PTO Meeting.......................................................................7 p.m. Older adults in need of social services as- Again” Friday, March 21, at 2 p.m. Bellemare Wednesday, March 19 Strength, sculpt and tone sistance may meet with Jim Dunn from the will discuss the many options for affordable The center’s free, 30-minute strength, sculpt Western Connecticut Area Agency on Aging living at this senior community in Waterbury. PES Nutrition Week.................................................................8:30 a.m. RMS 8th Grade Science CMT Testing and tone exercise class meets each Tuesday in Wednesday, March 19, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Reservations are needed by March 20. RMS PTO Study Skills Enrichment.........................Room 5, 2:45 p.m. March at 8:45 a.m. While sculpting and im- Dunn provides one-on-one sessions to answers Bible study Snow Date RMS School Walk for Diabetes...........................2:45 p.m. proving strength and balance, participants questions and provide resources. Reservations work muscles to tone them and get some car- are not needed. New Hope Anglican Church offers a non- Snow Date RMS Walk for Diabetes........................................4:30 p.m. diovascular training at the same time. Please denominational Bible study every Friday at Board of Education Budget Workshop.....PHS Media Center, 6 p.m. Genealogy class register by the Monday before each class. Ap10 a.m. at the center. Join other seniors for Thursday, March 20 ple Rehab of Watertown sponsors this 10-week Watertown historian Stephanie Lantiere will the study and discussion. Reservations are class. PES Nutrition Week.................................................................8:30 a.m. discuss immigration and naturalization at this not required. PHS Names Can Really Hurt Us Program month’s genealogy class Thursday, March 20, District-Wide Strings Festival RMS 6th - 8th Grade Orchestra Rehearsal...................PHS, 9:15 a.m. RMS Softball Pitching Clinic........................................Gym, 2:45 p.m. Snow Date MES Family Fun Read-Aloud Night........................6 p.m. Leaving a nursing home to go homes and other medical insti- less medical background (if any), Region String Festival Concert (Snow Date March 21). PHS, 7 p.m. into home/community care has tutions. The Affordable Care Act no doctors are necessarily inFriday, March 21 to be a great feeling. But a study of 2010 has funded it through volved, and no assessments are PES Nutrition Week.................................................................8:30 a.m. done at the University of Minne2016 to the tune of $450 million required. MES Stop & Shop A+ Program Ends sota shows that medically it for each year. The study offered this conclumight not be the wisest move. While it’s all well and good sion: If patients are to be sent out GES Mother and Son Square Dance (Grades 1 and 2)........6:45 p.m. Researchers looked at whether that the goal of some states is to to home/community care, they Snow Date for Region String Festival Concert................ 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In Brief Bowl-a-thon to benefit Easter Seals St. Maria Goretti Church has organized a Bowl-a-thon Saturday, March 15, from 1 to 3 p.m at Wolcott Lanes at 955 Wolcott Road in Wolcott to benefit Easter Seals. Students from all schools in grades seven to nine are encouraged to participate. For more information, call 203-8794608. Easter Seals, serves the special needs of infants, children, and adults with disabilities in greater Waterbury and central, and northwestern Connecticut.
Saturday church services The Middlebury Congregational Church is offering something new for the Lenten season – a service Saturday at 5 p.m. If you are not settled on a weekend church service, if Sunday mornings are problematic for you, or if you just want to try something new, come be a newcomer with the others trying the Saturday service. The service is shorter, maybe 30 minutes or so, and the music is different, too, with no choir. If you’re looking for something new to feed your spiritual hunger, you’ll be very welcome at the service. The Middlebury Congregational Church is on the green in Middlebury.
Free mental health, addiction training The Cheshire Human Services Committee is sponsoring a free program on understanding and recognizing the warning signs of addictions and mental health issues. The Community Awareness Program is a two-part, six -hour training funded by the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. It will meet Wednesdays, March 19 and 26, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the First Congregational Church at 111
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D’Amelio/Hartley office hours State Rep. Tony D’Amelio (R71) and State Sen. Joan Hartley (D-15) will meet with constituents Monday, March 24, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the media center at Kennedy High School at 422 Highland Avenue in Waterbury. The veteran legislators invite constituents to share concerns and ideas and ask questions. They’ll provide information about the last legislative session as well as the current one. For more information, call D’Amelio at 800-842-1423 or Hartley at 800842-1420.
Vendors sought The Rebekah Assembly of Connecticut, Independent Order of Odd Fellows, is looking for vendors and craft people for its Spring Fling Vendor/Craft Fair Saturday, April 5, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Temple at 3200 East Main St. in Waterbury. Those interested can call Carol Maggi at 203-755-6214 or
email carolmaggi@comcast.net. cut and why they should be regThe deadline is March 15. istered, the different roles of each bee, some of the typical probRelay for Life lems you might encounter in The Team of Denze and Co. of beekeeping, and harvesting the Greater Waterbury Relay for honey. Mike will bring all the Life is sponsoring their 12th an- equipment needed to cover all nual bus trip to Foxwoods Casino aspects of beekeeping! The class will be held at the Saturday, March 29. The cost is Rec. House at 7 Mountain Road $35 per person. The package includes $20 slot play and either in Woodbury. The cost is $25 for the free buffet ($24 value) or a residents; $35 for nonresidents. Register at www.woodburypark$10 food coupon. Three buses will leave from sandrec.org. For more informaThe Harold Leever Cancer Cen- tion, call 203-263-3113. ter at 1075 Chase Parkway in Chocolate Lovers’ Waterbury at 1:30 p.m. sharp and return to Waterbury at approxivendors mately 11:30 p.m. Fifty-fifty Showcase and sell your edible bingo will be played on the sweets and chocolate delights or buses, and there will be raffles unique gifts at the Chocolate and gifts. Lovers’ Spring Expo to benefit Reservations must be made Easter Seals Sunday, April 6, from as soon as possible. For ques- 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Crowne tions, please call Art Denze at Plaza Hotel in Southbury. Call 203-755-5761 or Brenda Denze Faith Hull 203-754-5141, ext. 251. at 203-757-1775. All proceeds go to the Greater Waterbury Relay North Church for Life. This charitable event has seeks vendors raised more than $31,000 in 11 North Congregational Church years. in Woodbury is seeking vendors for its annual church indoor flea Beekeeping 101 Have you always wanted to market, which will be Saturday, keep honey bees but didn’t know April 26, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. how to get started? Saturday, A single space is $35, and a douApril 5, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., ble space is $60. Bring your own the Woodbury Recreation De- table or rent one for $6. For respartment will host a beekeeping ervations and information call class instructed by Mike Rice of 203-263-5920. Located at 11 Main St. N. at Mike’s Beehives LLC. Rice will the intersection of routes 6 and go over the beginning steps of 47, the church has ample parkhoneybee keeping, which ining, and admission to the flea clude an explanation of each hive market will be free. Proceeds part, installing bees into the hive, from the event will help support feeding your bees, the life cycle missions, programs and projects of a bee, how to register your within the church. bees with the state of Connecti-
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Songwriter’s series The New Morning Songwriter’s Series will feature Arlon Bennett, Lana Peck, Doug Mathewson and Marianne Osiel Saturday, March 22, from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. in the upstairs community Room at New Morning Market at 129 Main St. N. in Woodbury. There is no admission, but donations will be accepted. The songwriter’s series focuses on singer/songwriters and includes both local and touring acts in an “in the round” format where the artists take turns performing their songs. For more information, call Doug Mahard at 203-266-6688.
better fitness, to lose weight, to make new friends or to connect to the natural world, come join Flanders naturalist Ms. Dianne to explore Flanders’ properties and hike together! Those interested should meet at the Flanders South Farm House at 596 Flanders Road. There is no cost for the program, which is appropriate for all levels of hikers. Please call for more information on the hiking group or to register for the early spring hike at 203-263-3711, ext. 10. More information is at www. flandersnaturecenter.org.
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The Naugatuck Garden Club meeting Thursday, March 20, at 7 p.m. at St. Michael’s Parish Hall next to the Naugatuck Green will feature a talk on rain gardens by Donna Katsuranis. Katsuranis is an interfaith minister and an advanced master gardener who lives and gardens in Brookfield, Conn., despite lots of “help” from her dog and the local deer. Storm-water runoff is an increasing problem, both from pollution and conservation standpoints. A rain garden can optimize collection of roof runoff while adding a beautiful, easyFlanders March hike to-maintain garden to the home The newly formed Flanders landscape. Learn how! hiking group will have an early spring hike Sunday, March 23, at Indoor flea market, 2 p.m. Everyone interested in tag sale getting outside to explore the The Church of St. Leo the changes brought on by the new Great will have 24 vendors at its season is invited to join them. indoor flea market and tag sale Whether you want to hike for Saturday, March 22, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m in the Guild Hall at 14 Bentwood Drive in Waterbury. Admission is free. Refreshments will be available. Proceeds will benefit the Scholarship Fund. For directions, call 203-574-9761.
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By LEE H. HAMILTON At a public gathering the other day, someone asked me how I’d sum up my views on Congress. It was a good question because it forced me to step back from worrying about the current politics of Capitol Hill and take a longer view. Congress, I said, does some things fairly well. Its members for the most part want to serve their constituents and the country. They may be ambitious – it’s hard to be a successful politician if you’re not – but they’re not motivated primarily by personal interest. Most are people of integrity who have chosen to try to advance the national interest and are willing to work within our agitated political environment. They also strive to reflect their constituents’ views. They’re not always successful at this – I think members of Congress tend to under-appreciate voters’ pragmatism and over-estimate their ideological purity. Still, they’re politicians: Their success rests on being accessible to their constituents, understanding what they want and aligning themselves with that interest. For all the attractive individual qualities members of Congress display, however, their institutional performance falls short. Talented though they are, the institution they serve does not work very well. They argue endlessly, pander to contributors and powerful interests, posture both in the media and in countless public meetings, and in the end produce very little. They discuss and debate a lot of problems, but they don’t create effective results.
This may be because many members of our national legislature have a constricted view of what it means to be a legislator. They’re satisfied with making a political statement by giving a speech, casting a vote, or getting a bill through the chamber they serve in, rather than writing legislation that will make it through both houses of Congress, get signed by the president, and become a law. Their aim seems to be partisan and ideological, rather than a constructive effort to solve the nation’s problems. Similarly, they undermine their ability to oversee the executive branch by conducting hearings for political gain rather than to scrutinize government activities or develop effective policy directives. Many of our representatives have become so reliant on their staff for knowledge about public policy and the details of federal agencies that in off-the-cuff debate they can be untethered and misinformed. Small wonder that Congress has had trouble being productive. The days appear to be over when members of Congress strove to be masters of their subject matter and legislators in fact as well as in name. Forced to spend so much time raising money and listening to well-heeled people and groups, they also seem to have trouble seeing current affairs from the perspective of ordinary people. They fall captive to the politics of any given issue rather than thinking about the much harder question of how you govern a country with all its residents in mind. They don’t see the necessity, in a divided Congress and a divided country, of negotiation and compromise.
Congressional tradition has created a legislative process that should encourage fact-finding, searching for remedies, and finding common ground. It should not work solely by majority rule. Decisions spring from consultation with many voices, balancing minority and majority views, and fair-minded process. This is not what today’s members of Congress do, however. Instead, they short-circuit the committee process, fail to do their homework, dwell on talking points put together by staff and others, give too much power to their leaders, pay too little attention to deliberation, allow insufficient opportunity to debate and vote on major policy amendments, and in general make a mess of the budget – the basic operating instructions for the government. Process may not be everything, but good process enhances the chance of getting things right and, with each passing year, Congress forgets more and more about what good process looks like. Plenty of forces are responsible for this state of affairs, from the outsized role of money in the political process to today’s hyper-partisanship to TV-driven sound-bite debates. But in the end, it’s still a source of great frustration to the American people, me included, that well-meaning, talented individuals cannot make the institution work better. Lee Hamilton is Director of the Center on Congress at Indiana University. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.
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P&Z warns 199 Park Road owner By TERRENCE S. MCAULIFFE The Middlebury Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) at its March 6 meeting issued warning letters for unauthorized parking at 199 Park Road Extension, approved site plan changes at Ridgewood and changes of use at 199 Park Road Extension, and announced a decision in a Middlebury Road lawsuit. A parking plan for the old Timex facility at 199 Park Road Extension was reviewed by commissioners. The facility, purchased by Midex LLC in 2005 and repurposed into a business park, now includes Velocity Printing, Winchester Electronics, L Restaurant, and several other companies. The property is leased out by Midex and by Robert LaFlamme, d/b/a Sunbeam Partners LLC. LaFlamme was told Feb. 6 to provide parking capacity calculations for the entire building, but to not include spaces occupied by new automobiles belonging to the nearby Ford, GMC/Buick, and Subaru/Volvo dealerships. Chairman Terry Smith stated he had counted 439 unregistered cars in the spaces LaFlamme leases out. Smith read a quote from the Shaker Ford web site, “If we don’t have what you’re looking for we can get it for you. We have over 200 vehicles at our off-site location at 199 Park Road Extension in Middlebury.” Smith said there was nothing in the CA-40 zone to permit the parking, and he quoted Section 62.6.4 of the town-wide regulations prohibiting the use, “No premises located within the town may be used for parking in connection with a use located in another town.” He said he consulted with the town attorney and recommended a cease-and-
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These unsold cars are among hundreds of new cars sitting on the parking lot at 199 Park Road Extension. The Middlebury Planning and Zoning Commission has warned the property owner such parking is not permitted. (Marjorie Needham photo) desist order be issued by Zoning Enforcement Officer (ZEO) Curtis Bosco. After some discussion, commissioners agreed to instead have Bosco write letters to Midex and LaFlamme requesting compliance. An application by Toll Brothers II LP for a Ridgewood at Middlebury site plan modification was unanimously approved. Professional Engineer Tom Daly of Milone and MacBroome and Steve Rogers of Toll Brothers told commissioners integration of designs from previous developer Ginsburg Development Corporation into Toll Brothers’ designs suggested reconfiguration of models not selling well and addition of parking in areas where it was inadequate. Daly explained changes to certain complexes where units would be removed and other complexes where units would be added in to compensate. A change of use application for Midex LLC to build a 22-foot wall for tenant J and L Medical Services at 199 Park Road Extension was unanimously approved. General manager Don Mencio
of Midex thanked commissioners for approving the permit when a cease-and-desist order had been discussed for the auto dealer parking. He told Smith a total of at least 1,089 parking spaces existed on the site, but Smith reminded him the issue was not capacity but the permitted use for those unsold cars. In legal matters, Smith announced a decision in favor of P&Z in a lawsuit by John Somero and other residents of Clearview Knoll against the board’s decision to grant a permit to Robert LaFlamme d/b/a Pomeroy Enterprises LLC for a two-story 4,800-square-foot office building at 472 Middlebury Road on the north corner of Clearview Knoll. Somero argued P&Z should have thoroughly researched the April 2010 Zoning Board of Appeals variance decision before granting approval. The court ruled P&Z had not acted in a manner that was unreasonable, arbitrary or illegal. The next regular P&Z meeting will be Thursday, April 3, at 7:30 p.m. at Shepardson Community Center.
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Buy your Girl Scout cookies from Middlebury Troop 64202 at the following locations: Saturday, March 15, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Middlebury Post Office. Friday, March 21, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in front of Middlebury Pizza. Saturday, March 29, from 9 to 11 a.m. in front of Dinova’s Four Corners in Middlebury.
Choose your favorite cookies from among Thin Mints, Tagalongs, DoSi-Dos, Trefoils, Savannah Smiles, Thank U Berry Munch, Dulce de Leche and the ever-popular Samoas. The cookies have no trans fats and most are made without hydrogenated oils. They still cost $4 per box. For more information, contact Troop Leader Carolyn Barbieri at 203-758-1697.
Tony Farid Bousaada, 68, of Waterbury entered into eternal peace with God on March 10 at Glendale Center in Naugatuck after fighting a long illness. A cherished son and friend, doting father, uncle and godfather, treasured brother, honored colleague and adored husband, his selflessness and generosity combined to make him a truly loving and gentle man. Tony was born in the eastern mountain town of Aley in Lebanon, to the late Zahia (Haddad) and Farid Michael Abou Saada, on Jan. 28, 1946, the third of five children. As a youngster, he dreamed of becoming an engineer and immigrated to the United States in 1969 in order to pursue his passion. When he met Patricia Santa Maria, she also became his passion and they were married in 1982. As Tony’s “angel,” Pat became his cornerstone, and their marriage was solidified with true friendship and eternal devotion. Tony graduated from Waterbury State Technical College, Central Connecticut State University, and the University of New Haven with his master’s degree in 1984. Fulfilling his goals of working toward the highest level of achievement possible, he was employed as lead industrial engineer (management) for numerous companies throughout his career, including Seal Inc. in Naugatuck and Hemingway and Bartlett Thread in Watertown. As one of the few Lebanese people with red hair, Tony was admired by many for his laughter and dedication to his family and friends. Committed to making his adopted home of Waterbury the best it could be, he was past president of the Maassir Lebanese-American Men’s Charitable Society, leading many civic and community activities. Furthering his professional development, he also was a member of the Industrial Engineer’s Society. In addition to his parents, Tony was predeceased by his grandparents, Joseph and Freeda Haddad and Michael and Nazeera Abou Saada; his brother, Simon Bousaada; aunts, Sadie Abousaada Abouobeid, Badira Abousaada Karam, Sadie Haddad Barchini, and Wadid Abousaada; and his uncles, Rashid Abousaada and Frederick Haddad. His memory will live on through his beloved wife of 32 years, Pat; their two children, Michael Christopher Bousaada and daughter and son-inlaw, Kate-Elizabeth and Trey Bongiovanni; his aunt, Naheel Haddad; sister, Nawal (George) Haddad; and brothers, Michael (Doreen) Bousaada and Raafat Bousaada. He will also be missed by brothers-in-law, David
Skype unites Jewish families The Jewish Passover will arrive April 15, and the Passover Haggadah invites all who are hungry to join the Seder table and participate in the time-honored ritual in the presence of friends and family. Let all who are hungry – whether physically, socially or spiritually – be nourished by this gathering. But what if you are unable to attend a family gathering or even a gathering of friends? What about those who are isolated and have no family, or at least no local family? How will they spend their holiday? For many, especially those in longterm care facilities, one day is the same as the next.
Last summer Brownstein Jewish Family Service (JFS) of the Jewish Federation of Western Connecticut purchased a laptop and “my-fi hot spot” so that Rabbi Dana Z. Bogatz can help residents have a SKYPE visit with faraway family. All it takes is coordinating a date and time when the family is available at their computer. Residents can see their loved ones on the computer screen, talk to them and hear them as well. For older folks, it is like a bit of science fiction, a miracle of technology. For families, who can see their aged loved ones for themselves, it is peace of mind.
Distance used to pose a barrier to connectedness. That is no longer the case. Aged and other isolated individuals need not be abandoned in their time of need. Brownstein JFS is here to help. Please contact Rabbi Dana at 203-267-3177, ext. 334, to schedule a Skype visit with someone in Southbury and the surrounding towns. Brownstein JFS also makes the lives of aged and isolated Jews a little brighter by delivering a small package of goodies to them so they know they are not forgotten. And when Rabbi Dana sings Dayenu, residents sing along in joy. Ordained at the Jewish Theo-
Summer camps 2014 What will your kids do this summer? If you hope to get them into camp, it’s time to explore the possibilities before all the slots are gone. The variety of camp themes grows every year. If there’s an interest, there’s a camp. A short list of camp themes now includes science, swimming, sports, arts and crafts, canoeing and kayaking, basketball, fishing, nature, computer, living history experiences ... And filmmaking, space, foreign-language immersion, climbing (wall and rappelling), drama, gymnastics, farming, chess, cooking, inline and roller skating, tennis, sailing, Lego robotics and engineering, golf ... And whitewater rafting, music, writing, photography and PhotoShop, dance and voice training ... and more. Picking a camp can help expand an interest your child already has or can allow him or her to explore new interests. Where to start: Look for day camps at colleges near you. You might find drama camps (Shakespeare) or science
or art, especially if the college has an art museum. If the school has an education program, ask about day camps for younger kids (run by the college students). If you’re near a big-city zoo, inquire about camps for kids who love all things animal. They’ll do animal-related art, learn to feed the animals, explore habitats and much more. Farm camps are big now, with older kids spending a week at a sleep-away camp and experiencing all aspects of keeping a farm running. These camps might include horseback riding, rodeo instruction and an introduction to 4-H activities. High-school students might want to take advantage of math and science camps to help them get an edge on college.
On the local level, parks and recreation departments (as well as the YMCA) typically host day camps with arts and crafts, as well as swimming and daytrips to nearby attractions. Middle-school students might enjoy a summer of service, learning about the ways they can contribute to the community. Highschool students can volunteer for a summer of service to areas of need that are either local or abroad. If money is tight, don’t assume your child can’t go to a particular camp. Ask about camperships, which can reduce your costs or even make the experience free. To see what camps are available in your area, go online to www.camppage.com. Search by type of camp (residential, day camp, travel), activity and state. David Uffington regrets he cannot personally answer reader questions, but he will incorporate them into his column whenever possible. Send email to columnreply2@gmail.com. (c) 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.
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logical Seminary in New York, she has 17 years of pulpit and chaplaincy experience. Some residents in our service area have no visitors. Rabbi Dana’s monthly visit creates a connection to the outside world in general, and specifically to the Jewish community.
Santa Maria and John (Linda) Santa Maria; and sisters-in-law Donna (Mark) Whitney and Houda Abousaada, in addition to countless nieces, nephews, godchildren, cousins, great-nieces, great-nephews and many cherished friends. The Bousaada family gratefully acknowledges the compassionate and loving care given by the VNA Hospice Team, especially nurse Carolyn Brown and home health aides Lucinda and Rosalind, along with the staff at Glendale Center, for the consistent support and friendship given to Tony over these many years. Funeral services for Mr. Bousaada will be held Saturday, March 15, 2014, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at SS. Peter and Paul Church at 67 Southmayd Road in Waterbury. Those planning to attend are asked to go directly to the church. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery in Waterbury. Friends and relatives may visit with Tony’s family at Eastside Memorial, A Casey Family Funeral Home and Tribute Center at 1987 East Main St. at Southmayd Road Friday, March 14, 2014, from 5 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Tony’s family requests memorial donations be made to VNA Health Care Hospice and Palliative Care, 50 Brookside Avenue, Waterbury, CT 06708. To extend on-line expressions of sympathy to the family or for more information, visit www.eastsidememorial. com. “Your living is determined not so much by what life brings to you as by the attitude you bring to life; not so much by what happens to you as by the way your mind looks at what happens.” Lebanese author Khalil Gibran
Ruth E. Donnelly Owned The Boot and Saddle Shop
Ruth E. Donnelly, 94, of Middlebury passed away Saturday, March 1, 2014, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late James
P. Donnelly. Mrs. Donnelly was born Oct. 27, 1919, in Waterbury, a daughter of the late John Pooler and Bertha (Voegtlin) Pooler. She was the owner of The Boot and Saddle Shop in Waterbury for many years before retiring. She is survived by a daughter, Nancy Markland of North Adams, Mass.; a sister, Marjorie Stoddard and her husband, Henry, of Branford; two nephews, Robert Lutkus of Prospect and Matthew Lutkus of Maine; two nieces, Patricia Rinckel of Prospect and Janet Lutkus of New Hampshire; as well as other nieces and nephews. Besides her husband, James, she was predeceased by a sister, Jacqueline Lutkus.
A memorial Mass was held Saturday, March 8, at St. Anthony’s Church in Prospect. Burial was to be at the convenience of the family. Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home at 26 Waterbury Road in Prospect was entrusted with the arrangements. To place online condolences, visit www. buckmillerbrothers.com.
Joan (Forsman) Lombardo Worked at Timex
Mrs. Joan (Forsman) Lombardo, 81, of Watertown died Friday, March 7, 2014, at her home. She was the widow of Joseph Lombardo. Joan was born in Beacon Falls, Dec. 31, 1932, the daughter of the late Jonas and Lena (Bruce) Forsman. A Watertown resident since 1961, she worked at Winchester Electronics and Timex. She was a member of Beacon Falls Congregational Church and enjoyed line dancing and her time spent at the Middlebury Senior Center. She leaves her granddaughter, Stephanie Zappone, and her husband, Stephen, of Litchfield; two grandsons, Joshua Lombardo and Nicholas Lombardo, both of West Hartford; her brother, Jonas Forsman Jr. of Waterbury; her sister, Carol Glorioso of Tennessee; her daughter-inlaw, Maria Lombardo of Litchfield; two great-grandsons, Ryan and Aaron Zappone; and many nieces and nephews, including Dawn Finnemore of Watertown, with whom she made her home. In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her sons, Joseph Lombardo Jr. and James Lombardo. A memorial service will be celebrated Saturday, March 15, 2014, at 10 a.m., at Beacon Falls Congregational Church at 69 Wolfe Avenue in Beacon Falls. There are no calling hours. The Hickcox Funeral Home at 195 Main Street in Watertown is assisting the family with arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to The Salvation Army, 74 Central Avenue, P.O. Box 43, Waterbury, CT 06702. For more information or to leave an online message of condolence, visit www.hickcoxfuneralhome.com.
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Last-second shot ends Panthers’ season The Pomperaug boys’ basketball team this year reached two goals they hadn’t achieved in two of the last three seasons: They qualified for the South West Conference tournament, and they reached the first round of the Class L state tournament. On both occasions, the Panthers fell short of the mark in advancing, but they did make it to the post-season venue. On Monday night at the Panthers Den, Pomperaug, ranked 13th at 14-6 in the Class L state tournament, went head to head with 20th-ranked 12-8 Stratford and came away on the short end of a 54-52 final margin. The game was headed to an overtime session tied at 52-52 with less than five seconds left to play when Stratford’s Mike McClean found an open shot in the corner and put it through the iron, sending the Red Devils to the second round after pulling out a 5452 win. “How about the plays Fortier made at the end of the game,” said Stratford coach Paul Dudzinski. “Pomperaug is a very good team and very well coached. They made five threes in the first half and nine for the game. That was something we wanted to try and stop and we couldn’t. “We are just happy to have survived and to move on in this tournament. It came down to who had
the ball last, and we were fortunate enough to have that opportunity and come out of here with a win.” Pomperaug held a 46-42 lead with 3:22 left in the game when Stratford went on an 8-0 run sparked by a 10-for-10 shooting percentage at the foul line in the fourth period. For the game, the Red Devils were an astounding 16 of 18 at the line while the Panthers made just 15 of 26 at the charity stripe. The Panthers trailed 50-46 with just 29 seconds left in the game when Lucien Fortier (15 points) came down and buried a three pointer to get Pomperaug within one. Stratford sank another pair at the line by Evan Velleca to push the lead up to three with just 16 seconds left on the clock. Again Fortier rushed the ball up court and sent another three through the cylinder to tie the game at 52-52 with nine seconds left. Stratford got the ball back and made the most of their final possession when McClean delivered the game winner from the corner. “Hats off to them,” said Pomperaug coach Dave Yachtis. “They were down most of the game, and they made a nice run at the end to get back in it and then they hit the last shot of the game. “The way it was going you just knew it was going to come down to the final possession. Fortier made two huge threes for us to tie the game but they ended up with
Laughs, limericks, Irish luck May the luck of the Irish be with you this week as you celebrate St. Patty’s Day with green beer and more. Enjoy the corned beef and cabbage and yes, Irish stew, along with the parades and singing and dancing events. Try a green smoothie with veggies galore. Happy beer bread and veggie stout stew to you. The spring equinox is upon us as well – a time of rebirth and the start of our spring. I’ll honor it as I teach yoga this week and let the warm breezes and birds soothe my sleep. Celebrate the balance of light and the dark by blessing and planting some seeds in your heart and go see the farmers who plant for a living, and plan for a
Nuggets for Life
Pomperaug High School boys’ basketball team’s no. 10, Sam Rubinstein, takes it down the lane during a South West Conference game against Stratford Monday night. (Ken Morse photo) the ball last, and their kid hit the game winner.” Pomperaug had the upper hand early on, coming out shooting the long ball with Fortier, Sam Rubinstein and Alec Nord knocking down three pointers in the opening period to forge a 15-12 advantage for the Panthers. Nico Rosa and Ryan Johannes (seven points, seven rebounds) gave Pomperaug a presence in the paint to keep the Red Devils at arms’ length as the biggest lead of the game never got beyond six points in the first half. Eric Rankin (23 points) kept Stratford in the game with
share of their weekly delights. This week’s nuggets for life are to reflect on the moments of life that offer good cheer, a great glass of beer, and a balance of spring-filled delight. All right! De Pecol is a yoga instructor, Reiki master and life coach who lives in Washington, Conn. See lifecoachingllc.com or email lifecoach3@aol.com
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23 lead. Mooney came off a screen and took an assist from Tyler Harrington (six assists) to drain a three pointer for the largest lead of the game at 36-27 with 2:29 left in the period. But a 9-1 run by the Red Devils culminating on a buzzer-beating three pointer from Rankin closed the gap at 37-36 heading into the final eight minutes of the game. “We tried to put them at the line at the end of the game, and they made their shots,” said Yachtis. “Our shots were rimming out and they were hitting theirs. I told the guys we have nothing to hang our heads about.
Sidelined by cramps
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Mar’Quess Daniels and Ian Oliver contributing eight points and seven rebounds each. Grant Wallace and Rich Pugliese helped secure rebounds in the second period with Chase Belden providing the defensive pressure, giving the Panthers an 8-5 edge on the boards and limiting Stratford to one shot at the basket. An 8-2 run to finish the first half gave Pomperaug a 26-21 advantage heading into the break. Cooper Mooney (12 points) began to heat up, hitting a pull-up jumper in the lane to force a Stratford time out at the 6:25 mark of the third period, opening up a 30-
DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I hope you can help me with a problem that might get me kicked off the first string. I get cramps in my legs, mostly in the calves. At first, it was laughable. Now it’s not. At practices, I can sit down and wait for the cramp to go. During a game, I have to be replaced. How do I stop them? – B.L. ANSWER: I have to tell readers that what I say applies to exerciseassociated muscle cramps and not to the cramps so many older people get when in bed. They’re both the same phenomenon, an involuntary, sustained and painful contraction of a muscle or muscles. But they differ when it comes to the situation that brings them on. The actual cause is a matter experts have debated for years. A lack of potassium, calcium or magnesium; excessive exercise; cold weather; hot weather; and dehydration have been cited as possible causes. None has been proven to be the universal cause. Muscle fatigue is another possi-
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bility. Some experts say muscle fatigue affects the muscles’ response to spinal cord signals that prevent cramping. Suggestions to forestall cramps are many. Hydration is a reasonable approach. An hour before a game or an exercise session, drink a quart of water. That gives enough time for the water to be absorbed. During play, keep drinking. If you are drinking a lot of fluid, switch to a sports drink to prevent a drop in potassium and sodium. Stretch your calf muscles in three daily sessions. Rising on the toes is a good calf stretch. You can try taking a vitamin supplement that contains most of the B vitamins. Make sure vitamin B-6 is included. To uncramp a muscle, sit on the floor with the involved leg stretched out in front of you. Grab the ball of the foot, and, while keeping the heel on the floor, pull the foot toward you and hold it in that position until the cramp eases. Pinching the skin between the nose and the lip is another way to break a cramp.
The booklet on aerobics, fitness and abdominal exercises offers tips for both beginners and fitness pros. To obtain a copy, write: Dr. Donohue – No. 1301W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I have a Pap smear every year. I don’t have a cervix. My cancer doctor (I had breast cancer) said a Pap smear isn’t necessary for women without a cervix. I still have my ovaries and tubes and the rest of the plumbing. Do I need a yearly Pap smear? – K.R. ANSWER: If a woman has had her uterus and cervix removed, she does not need to have Pap smears unless the uterus and cervix were removed because of cancer. Such a woman shouldn’t cut off all examinations with her doctor. She could have other pelvic problems that require periodic examinations. However, the Pap smear part of the examination can be stopped. Dr. Donohue regrets he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853–6475.
“We made our two goals of getting into the SWC and the states. We had a nice run to start the season and came on strong at the end of the season. We played hard all year and never gave up.”
1. In 2013, Michael Cuddyer set a Colorado Rockies record for most consecutive games reaching base in a season (46). Who had held the mark? 2. Who holds the record for most doubles in a season? 3. The Texans’ Andre Johnson, in 2012, became the second NFL player to have 100 catches and 1,500 receiving yards in at least three seasons. Who was the first? 4. In the 2012-13 college basketball season, Ben McLemore broke the Kansas freshman single-game scoring record with 36 points. Who had held the mark? 5. During the 1970s, “Original Six” NHL teams made up 15 of the 20 teams that played in the Stanley Cup Finals. Which two teams appeared the most times? 6. In 2013, Usain Bolt tied for the top spot in world championship career medals for men in track and field, with 10. Who also has 10? 7. Who has won golf’s U.S. Senior Open the most times?
Answers 1. Matt Holliday reached base in 38 straight games in 2007. 2. Earl Webb had 67 doubles for the Boston Red Sox in 1931. 3. Marvin Harrison did it for the Colts (1999, 2001-02). 4. Danny Manning had 35 points in a game in 1985. 5. Montreal (six appearances, six titles) and Boston (five appearances, two titles). 6. Carl Lewis. 7. Miller Barber won it three times (1982, ’84-’85).
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I’d like to trim back some of the branches on trees around my property before the MIDDLEBURY PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION growing season starts, but my REGULAR MEETING wife argues that I should hire a The Middlebury Planning & Zoning Commission hereby gives tree service. What’s your take? notice that at the regular meeting held on Thursday, March 6, – Jim in New Hampshire 2014 at 7:30 p.m., at the Shepardson Community Center, 1172 Whittemore Road, Middlebury, CT the following decision was made:
Toll Brothers II Limited Partnership-Ridgewood at Middlebury-Application for a Site Plan Modification-Application was approved Dated this 10th day of March 2014 Terry Smith, Chairman
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Late winter is a good time to prune back nonflowering trees, once the coldest part of the season is past. It typically results in a burst of new growth once spring roars in. However, if the tree is already showing buds, hold off on the project until after the leaves are fully open. Homeowners also can prune at the end of summer – it’s a good time to cut back branches that are hanging down too far under the weight of their leaves, for example. In either case, safety is paramount when it comes to pruning
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Hanna Kenny said someone left them a pregnant cat that then had six kittens. Another cat and five kittens were dumped at PetSmart on a day when the outside temperature was 9 to 10 degrees. Of another six cats left there, two were male and three of the four females were pregnant. One morning, employees arrived to find a dog-size airline crate outside with 13 kittens in it. Rose Hope got them all vetted and tested and found homes for them. Eleven other kittens are in foster homes until they are old enough to be adopted. “Most of the time kittens are turned in without their mothers, so we have to bottle feed them,” Abate said. She and several other volunteers have become experienced bottle feeders over the years. Abate said the PetSmart employees are great about helping Rose Hope. Store Manager Angelika Sotnick said store associates even foster animals for Rose Hope. Andrew, an associate who
By Samantha Mazzotta trees. Not only is working from a height a consideration, but surrounding power lines and other hazards can present extreme danger. If the branches involved are near the ground, not close to power lines or hanging over structures, and you have the proper tools to trim the branches along with a helper or three, then go ahead. A number of resources are available online. If the trees are very tall, if the branches involved overhang structures or wires, or if the branches are too large to safely walks to work, fostered a dachshund his mom named Ariel. Every weekend, either Andrew or his mom would walk to the store with the dog so it could attend adoption events. And one weekend, Ariel did find her forever home. The adoption center is part of PetSmart Charities. It supports groups like Rose Hope by donating money to them for each animal adopted. They also donate food and litter for the adoption center. And they sponsor four national adoption weekends each year. The last one was in February; the next will be Friday through Sunday, May 2 to 4. In addition, new owners of pets adopted through PetSmart adoption centers are given a dog and cat adoption starter kit booklet. The booklet is filled with coupons for free or discounted food, free treats, discounts on grooming and training at PetSmart, a free exam at PetSmart’s Banfield Pet Hospital, discounts on heartworm medicine, and carpet cleaner rental and discounts on accessories such as dog crates, exercise pens, dog and beds, bowls, flea and tick
remove with the tools at hand, don’t do it yourself. Contact a tree service or arborist to come out and do an estimate of the time and cost involved in the project. In either case, pruning trees will help keep them healthy and will keep your house and yard safer from falling debris. Trees will weather storms better and develop a more varied branch system. So it’s worth the effort and cost of taking care of them regularly, both on your own or with a professional tree service. Send your questions or home tips to ask@thisisahammer.com. (c) 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.
Always get estimates from more than one tree-trimming service, and don’t allow work to begin until you’ve agreed to it in writing. medication, collars, litter and more. While the help from PetSmart is invaluable, Rose Hope is a 501(c)3 non profit organization that has an ongoing need for both donations and volunteers. Donations keep the animals fed and the vets paid so the group can continue to care for the abused, neglected and homeless animals in the Waterbury area. Donations can be made via Paypal on the website, www.rosehope.org. Volunteers staff adoption events, provide foster homes and spend time in the adoption center socializing the cats and cleaning up after them. If you have a morning or evening free when you can spend some time with the cats and kittens in the adoption center, please call 203-5254449 or fill out a volunteer form at Rosehope.org. Visit the website, www.rosehope.org, to donate or to get an application to foster or adopt an animal. Some of the group’s adoptable pets can be found at www. petfinder.com/pet-search?shelterid=CT112.
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Records provided by the Middlebury Town Clerk’s office. Brown, Reginald D. / Brown, Jo-Ann E. to McGrath, Christopher / McGrath, Jennifer on 12/16, Middlebury Rd. / Rte 64 (1053 Middlebury Rd.) via War for $294,900. Rado, David J. / Rado, Loreen to Cheng, Scott on 12/18, Lot 19 Strathmore Rd. via War for $420,000. West, Colleen R., Est. for West, Colleen R., Est. on 12/19, Rel. Est. Tax / Vol 249 Pg. 500/ 26 Tower Rd. Probate. Nixon, Jamie B. to D’Amato, Jamie on 12/19, Vol. 167 Pg. 1022 CHNA. Nixon, Howard J., Jr. / D’Amato, Jamie to Sandy Beach Enter-
prises LLC on 12/19, 8 Sandy Beach Rd. (Unit 8 Tyler’s Cove) via War for $305,000. Douglas, Sandra W., Tr. / Witherwax, Jeffrey T., Tr. / Witherwax, Jane B., Tr. to Douglas, Sandra W., Tr. / Witherwax, Jeffrey T., Tr. / Witherwax, Jane B., Tr. on 12/20, 110 West Lake Rd. / Unit D-5 / Pt Woodbury via AFF. Witherwax, Jeffrey T., Tr. / Witherwax, Jane B., Tr. Witherwax, Jeffrey T., Tr. on 12/20, 110 West Lake Rd. / Unit D-5 / Pt Woodbury via Q.C. for -0-. King, Albert C., Est. to King, Bertha M. aka on 12/23, 101 Kissewaug Rd. CDEV. Seferi, Nicholas L. / Seferi, Erin aka / Conroy, Erin K. to Connecticut State of on 12/23, 1290 Christian Rd. via War for $290,000. Conway, Patrick J. / Conway,
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Lucille R. to Frase, Jason J. on 12/23, 35 Nutmeg Rd., Unit B-4 via War for $150,000. Rte 188 Investors LLC to Southford Road Associates LLC on 12/23, 1435 Middlebury Rd. via War for $178,000. Rte 188 Investors LLC to Southford Road Associates LLC on 12/23, 420 ft. South of Rte 188 via Q.C. for -0-. Five Star Development LLC / Five Star Devopment LLC aka to Southford Road Associates LLC on 12/23, Rte 188 aka Whittemore Rd. via War for $42,000. Foss, Stephen / ApanovitchFoss, Kary aka / Apanovitch, Kary to Messenger-Leroy, Linda / Messenger, Jessica on 12/24, Lot 19 Skyline Dr. (186 Skyline Dr.) via War for $555,000. Pelosi, Michael, Est. for Pelosi, Michael Est. on 12/26, Tax Certif. Vol 69 Pg 745, Probate. Rockville Bank Residential Properties Inc. Lynch, Patrick H. on 12/27, 402 Washington Dr. via Q.C. for $75,000. Spokas, Jennie A. to Spokas, Jennie A., Tr. On 12/31, Lots 4 & 5 Whittemore Rd. (535 Whittemore Rd.) via Q.C. for -0-.
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Horgan Academy Irish dancers, left to right, Lauren Dierdorff, Alyssa Gaskin, Irene Horgan, Lindsey Pappas and Christian Cairone were to be featured today, March 14, at 12:30 p.m. on “Connecticut Style” on Channel 8 WTNH TV. (Submitted photo)
Your pet could be featured as “Pet of the Week” in this picture frame. Send us your pet’s photo by email to mbisubmit@gmail.com or by regular mail to P.O. Box 10, Middlebury, CT 06762 along with your pet’s name, your last name and your town.
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ZBA approves pool, pool sheds
By TERRENCE S. MCAULIFFE Luke lives in Middlebury with his canine sister, Joy, and his human family, Doug, Liz, Sam and Gabriel Walker. Luke and Joy were both adopted through The Middlebury Zoning Board Labrador Retriever Rescue of Connecticut. of Appeals (ZBA) at its March 3 meeting unanimously approved a pool and shed on Janet Drive escue et and a pool shed on Porter Avenue. Scott Tedesco of 64 Janet Drive told commissioners he did not appear for his pool and shed public hearing Jan. 7 because he misunderstood the meeting date. The ZBA normally meets the first Wednesday of the month but changed it to Tuesday in January because of scheduling conflicts.
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A letter from the Middlebury Land Trust (MLT) had no issue with the pool because the hardship was lot coverage and not encroachment on adjoining property it said was demarcated by a stone wall. Tedesco said no vegetation would be disturbed on MLT property, and commissioners, agreeing the one-percent overage in lot coverage would not be an adverse impact, unanimously approved the variance. A sideline variance public hearing for a 10-foot-by-10-foot swimming pool storage shed for Susan Tracy of 294 Porter Ave.
also was unanimously approved after she provided detailed plot plans requested at her Jan. 7 public hearing. Tracy said the proposed location of her shed is about 28 feet from the house and in the only reasonable place on her non-conforming lot. In procedural matters, commissioners voted to set the regular meeting location to Room 26 in Shepardson Community Center. The next ZBA meeting will be Wednesday, April 3, at 7:30 p.m. in Room 26 at Shepardson Community Center.
LPOS discusses Fenn Farm projects By TERRENCE S. MCAULIFFE
RANGER Ranger is a sweet, gentle hound dog who does not have a mean bone in his body. The only time he has ever growled is when other dogs come near his food. That is understandable since he was starved nearly to death. He also is an indoor dog: Being indoors and lying on his bed in the sun is his best activity. If he also has his favorite chewy, that is heaven. He’s afraid of most new things, but he becomes accustomed to them quite quickly. He loves people and other animals and is great friends with cats and other dogs.
ANNABELLE Annabelle is such a love bug! She came to us with Lawrence (who already has found his forever home). Annabelle is still here four months later and is missing companionship from people and other cats very much. She would prefer a quiet home with no small children or dogs. She does like other calm, laid-back cats and would love someone who is home often to give her the TLC she deserves.
For more information on these animals, as well as others at Meriden Humane Society (MHS), email meridensociety@sbcglobal.net. MHS is open Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 6 p.m., and volunteers can be available to meet with you through an appointment. MHS is at 311 Murdock Ave. in Meriden.
The Middlebury Land Preservation and Open Space Acquisition Committee (LPOS) did not have a quorum for its March 5 meeting; however, Chairman John Cookson provided updates on Fenn Farm activities and noted the passing of member Joseph Salvini. The session was attended by Cookson, James Crocicchia, Robert Jokubaitis and Richard Spierto. Mathew Calabro, Patrick Dwyer, Kris Jacobi, Kenneth Long and Paul Shea were absent. Furnace replacement in the farmhouse is complete and was
signed off by Middlebury building inspector Oliver Leduc according to Cookson, who noted the old 2,600-pound cast iron furnace took four hours to remove. A remaining item to be done after snow melts in the spring is removing asbestos from about 75 to 100 feet of heating pipes and then rewrapping them with fiberglass. The job will likely be contracted to a firm that did similar work for the town, but the cost is still unknown. Spring projects include painting the farmhouse. Cookson said actual painting over the linseed oil-treated clapboards would require sanding and be cost pro-
hibitive. He said proposals for vinyl siding and the Rhino Shield product would be solicited for board review. Other maintenance needed for the farm may include horse barn foundation inspection and possible repair. Members noted the passing of Joseph Salvini as a dedicated town citizen who served on many commissions for 30 years, including LPOS, Economic Development, and as chairman of the Conservation Commission. The next regular LPOS meeting will be Wednesday, April 2, at 6 p.m. in a Shepardson Community Center room to be determined.
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jumps up likely will do nothing or even make the problem worse. Pushing Bailey away or swatting his nose isn’t helpful, either. Instead, try the “I’m not interacting with you” method. When Bailey starts to jump up (such as when you come home), stay calm but look away and fold your arms.
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Say “off!” in a strong but calm voice. Turn your back on him if need be. Now – this is important – as soon as Bailey stops the behavior, reward him by looking at him and calmly petting him. If he starts to jump again (and he will), repeat the steps. Basic obedience training plays a key role here. Every day, teach Bailey to sit, stay, lie down, come and heel. When he begins to jump or get hyper, use the noninteraction method, and as soon as he stops jumping, say “sit.” When he obeys you, reward him with calm petting. What you’re teaching Bailey is that he will not get the attention he craves if he behaves a certain way (jumping). Make sure to teach your kids to do the same. There are lots of resources and methods to address jumping up, such as the pet-care section of the ASPCA’s website, www.aspca.org. Keep researching, or contact a professional trainer for help. Send your questions or comments to ask@pawscorner.com. (c) 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.
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